The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 451 Curing Laura (Part 1)

As Laura spoke, sadness flickered across her face. "I didn't know I was poisoned before, and a lot has been going through my mind since then. I know some things shouldn't be thought about too deeply, yet I can't help but dwell on them.

"I can't take risks, Nat. All I want is a peaceful life with my child. I don't ask for much—just a healthy body, a happy child, and for the two of us to never be separated by anyone. That's enough for me."

Her eyes brimmed with tears. "I'm guessing it's Cassie, and there's a 90% chance I'm right. But Nat, she's Marcus' aunt, his grandfather's daughter!"

"I know," Natalie replied.

At this point, nearly all the clues suggested that Cassie was most likely the culprit.

However, if it wasn't Cassie, then the ones responsible had to be Wesley and Charles.

Laura couldn't bring herself to suspect them. After all, Charles had genuinely cared for her, and her love with Wesley had been real.

This only made Laura even more afraid, so she told Natalie she couldn't take the risks.

"Let's leave it to Marcus to find out the truth." Laura stood up, smiling as she said, "If Cassie is truly behind this, I won't let it slide.

"Nat, I can bear any pain myself, but my child was kept away from me for years. I wasn't there for Marcus; I missed his entire childhood. That's a regret I'll carry forever. I love my child, Nat."

"It's okay, Laura. I understand. I'm sure Marcus understands as well."

Natalie's eyes grew misty. Both Laura and Charlotte were mothers who truly loved their children.

Luckily, she and Marcus hadn't fared too badly despite their circumstances. "Alright, enough chatting. Time for treatment."

As they were chatting, Federrick had been preparing the medicine. Now that it was finished, he wouldn't give them another moment to chat.

"Okay, Mr. Langton."

"Thank you, Mr. Langton."

Natalie guided Laura to sit by the bed. Federrick had prepared three doses of medicine. Natalie and Marcus hadn't found the Wasteland Shadebloom, but Federrick had managed to retrieve it.

Along with the medicine the Walkers had provided and the medicine Marcus acquired from Jonathan, the Umbrahex in Laura's body was no longer a serious threat.

Federrick couldn't come back himself, he had prepared by instructing Natalie to treat Laura with a herbal bath. That said, it would have worked slowly and wouldn't have fully cured

didn't need to step in. His approach would be faster and more

with the venomous insects once they were drawn out,

taught Natalie about Umbrahex earlier, he wouldn't have had to return and handle the mess himself at his

packet

your stomach, and it'll feel like something is moving violently inside. But don't be scared;

Then, he called, "Nat."

"Yes, Mr. Langton."

with a large glass basin filled

acid. When

Laura nodded instantly.

second dose. Unlike the first, this one isn't a powder-you'll have to

the medicine, opened it, and

dose will be even more agonizing. Your entire bloodstream will be cleansed, and

"Blood transfusion?"

room, she

Natalie explained. "Don't worry,

a faint smile. "Nat,

so much."

"This is the third

dose," Federrick

before you can take this one and undergo a blood transfusion. The third dose won't hurt, but you'll experience hallucinations. If

did before was based on

continued, "You're Nat's future mother-in-law, so I'll give my all to save you. And I won't be sugarcoating things for you. I'll tell you everything you need

can't withstand the pain, you won't survive. So, can we

Laura nodded. "Yes, you can. I've endured all kinds of pain over the years. Every time my illness flared up, I pulled through. No

let us

turned to Natalie. "Tie up both of her legs,

"Yes, Mr. Langton."

time,

tie your hands as well, but I won't fasten them to the

still move when you